When is san diego gay pride
Colorful floats will soon glide through Hillcrest as part of the San Diego Pride Parade -- a time-honored tradition in America's Finest City that honors the LGBTQ+ community.
LGBTQ+ members will be joined by allies to march along the route uptown in honor of their continued call for equity and acceptance. Those who are planning on showing their support by attending the parade can consider the following to plan their trip:
When is the parade?
The San Diego Pride Procession will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 19.
Folks can look for the event to be held rain or beam, according to the San Diego LGBT Pride charity organization.
Where to park
Pride organizers are making it easier for participants to come by car. Free parking will be available at the Old Naval Hospital on Park Boulevard and President’s Way. Once there, visitors can take a free shuttle that will drop off passengers at the intersection of Richmond and Essex Streets.
The shuttle service will be ready as follows:
- Pride Parade Route 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Catch a free ride from the Old Naval Hospital parking lots to the Pride Parade. The Shuttle will drop parade goers at Essex and Richmond Street, one
San Diego Event Parade & Festival
The annual San Diego Pride Celebration is back and bigger than ever! An estimated 300,000 attendees are expected to join the weekend’s events. Arrive out to observe and honor the LGBTQIA+ community. With limited parking, MTS is the intelligent ride to Pride.
Riders are encouraged to use their PRONTO app to tour to the event.
Youth with a registered PRONTO card or app account can also ride free with the Youth Opportunity Pass. Retain to tap or scan before every ride - even when you shift between stops.
Rapid 215 is a amazing option to become to all the Pride festivities:
- Service every 15 minutes or better throughout most of the day
- Last bus leaves downtown/Hillcrest (both directions) after midnight
- Direct service to University & Park Blvd. to grab the Parade. The Parade begins on University three blocks west of Park Blvd. at Normal Street.
- Connect to the free Pride shuttle service at the Park Blvd. and Presidents Way. (Northbound stop: Park Blvd. and Naval Hospital. Southbound Stop: Park Blvd. and Inspiration Point Way)
- Route 7 is another option to get to the Pride Shuttle service - receive Route 7 to Park Blvd. and Pr
A weekend of celebration continued, Saturday, with what has become the largest one-day public gathering in San Diego every year. Almost 250,000 people are expected at San Diego Pride events Saturday and Sunday.
The parade down University and Sixth Avenue included contingents from police to performers of every kind. There was also representation of LGBTQ+ people and their allies from churches, group health organizations, and local bars.
It's tradition that the march begins with the revved engines of motorcycle riders who proudly phone themselves ‘Dykes on Bikes’.
M.G. PerezM.G. Perez"Joy is our birthright. It's our gift, and it’s also a weapon that we get to use to dismantle the systems of oppression," said Kristin Flickinger, Interim Executive Director San Diego Pride.
That oppression to which Flickinger referred, includes the Trump Administration's recent action banning transgender members of the military from continuing to serve.
Sam Rodriguez brought his 4 year old daughter, Knox, to the parade. They are marching with the SPARTA Event contingent of transgender military members. Most of them are in the process of being discharged because of the Trum
Pride Festival
Get TicketsFAQSan Diego’s biggest celebration of diversity and inclusion is calling your name! San Diego Self-acceptance returns to Balboa Park with group resources, queer-owned businesses, and multiple fun zones.
Pride is more than a moment—it’s a movement. San Diego Pride continues after the celebration and festival. Our registered 501c3, non-profit organization provides support, community programs, and philanthropic efforts year-round. Your participation in our events fuels this ongoing work. Together, we create a brighter future.
When:
Saturday, July 19, 2025 @ 12 PM – 10 PM |
Sunday, July 20, 2025 @ 12 PM – 9 PMLocation: Marston Point., Balboa Park (6th Ave. & Laurel St.) Google Maps
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Entry PoliciesSan Diego Pride is a space that centers and celebrates queer identities, voices, and joy. San Diego Pride is committed to ensuring that our festival is a joyful, inclusive, safe, and accessible experience for everyone in our community.
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Pride Weekend – July 19-20, 2025 (a
- Catch a free ride from the Old Naval Hospital parking lots to the Pride Parade. The Shuttle will drop parade goers at Essex and Richmond Street, one